Elaine V. Menendez
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MENENDEZ, Elaine V., 74, passed away on April 30th, 2022, in Tampa, FL. Elaine was born on December 11, 1947, in Tampa, FL. She graduated from Jefferson High School in 1965 and went on to graduate from the University of South Florida with a degree in education. She taught for over 35 years in the Hillsborough County School District, teaching 3rd and 5th graders at Alexander Elementary and Carrollwood Elementary. After retirement she continued her career part time, teaching English as a second language to adults. She enjoyed socializing with friends and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlos Menendez III, and father, Arthur Valdes, Sr.. Elaine is survived by her sons Jason and Ryan Menendez; mother Dalia Valdes (100-years old); brothers Arthur Valdes Jr. and Dennis Valdes, Sisters-in-Law Angela and Joan Valdes, and Judy Rivero, and many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. A visitation will be held on Saturday May 7, from 10:30AM to 12:30PM at Gonzalez Funeral Home with funeral services beginning at 12:30PM. Arrangements entrusted to: